Key Facts
• August 2025: Trump administration announces new White House ballroom construction.
• Estimated cost: $2 billion (approx. ¥300 billion), funded by Trump and donors.
• Ballroom capacity: 650 seated guests for large-scale indoor events.
• May 2025: Trump cites current White House limitations for hosting large events.
• Construction begins September 2025, completion expected well before January 2029.
• Trump: “Skilled at building, will deliver on time, creating something beautiful.”
Summary
The Trump administration has officially announced plans to construct a large-scale ballroom at the White House, with an estimated cost of $2 billion (approximately ¥300 billion). The project, funded by Donald Trump’s personal finances and contributions from supporters, aims to address the current White House’s inability to host large indoor events. The ballroom will accommodate 650 seated guests and is expected to be completed well before the end of Trump’s term in January 2029. Construction is set to begin in September 2025.
